Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PROGRAMS This major provides a comprehensive understanding of human movement, physical performance, and exercise science. Students explore biomechanics, exercise physiology, motor control, and sports training methodologies. The program emphasizes evidence-based practice, innovation, and applying scientific principles to enhance performance, prevent injuries, and promote health. Graduates are prepared for careers in sports science, coaching, fitness training, rehabilitation, and research. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of human movement and training sciences. - Develop skills in analyzing and improving physical performance. - Learn techniques for designing effective training programs. - Explore biomechanics, motor control, and exercise physiology. - Understand physiological and psychological factors in performance. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in sports science and training. - Develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills for optimizing movement. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Movement and Training Sciences** - Overview of the field and its applications in sports, health, and rehabilitation. 2. **Biomechanics of Human Movement** - Study of mechanical principles governing movement. - Techniques for analyzing and optimizing movement patterns. 3. **Exercise Physiology** - Fundamentals of how the body responds to physical activity. - Techniques for assessing cardiovascular, respiratory, and muscular fitness. 4. **Motor Control and Learning** - Principles of brain and nervous system control of movement. - Techniques for improving motor skills and coordination. 5. **Sports Training Methodologies** - Study of training principles, periodization, and program design. - Techniques for enhancing strength, endurance, speed, and agility. 6. **Injury Prevention and Rehabilitation** - Fundamentals of identifying risk factors and preventing injuries. - Techniques for designing rehabilitation programs. 7. **Nutrition and Performance** - Role of nutrition in optimizing performance and recovery. - Techniques for developing personalized nutrition plans. 8. **Technology in Movement Sciences** - Use of motion capture, wearable devices, and data analytics. - Techniques for integrating technology into training and rehabilitation. 9. **Psychology of Sport and Exercise** - Study of psychological factors influencing performance and motivation. - Techniques for mental skills training and athlete well-being. 10. **Capstone Project** - Real-world project applying skills in movement analysis or training design. - Techniques for delivering a comprehensive solution to a performance challenge. **Assessment Methods:** - Laboratory experiments and movement analysis projects. - Written assignments on exercise physiology, biomechanics, and training. - Group projects in program design and performance optimization. - Internships with sports teams, fitness centers, or rehabilitation clinics. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Biomechanics of Sport and Exercise" by Peter M. McGinnis. - "Exercise Physiology: Nutrition, Energy, and Human Performance" by McArdle, Katch, and Katch. - "Motor Learning and Performance" by Richard A. Schmidt and Timothy D. Lee. - "Periodization: Theory and Methodology of Training" by Tudor O. Bompa. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology. Suitable for students in sports science, kinesiology, and health sciences. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years, including coursework, labs, and internships. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Movement and Training Sciences or a related field. **Target Audience:** Aspiring sports scientists, coaches, fitness trainers, rehabilitation specialists, and researchers. This major equips students with technical, analytical, and practical skills to excel in movement and training sciences, driving advancements in sports performance, fitness, and rehabilitation.